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Good to know

The height difference from the heel to the forefoot, also known as heel drop, toe spring, heel to toe spring
or simply drop.

There are many opinions about what a good heel drop is. We do not recommend any in particular. Lean more in this video.

Summary

We spent 8.1 hours reading reviews from experts and users. In summary, this is what runners think:

7
reasons to buy

The LunarSpider R6 is a great middle distance racing flat, according to many runners.

It has a roomy box but hugs the foot comfortably well as tested by some.

The Nike R6 is best for racing because of its cushioning system, said some experienced runners.

It is a very lightweight shoe.

It offers a closer ground feel.

It works well for speed work outs and high-mileage trainings.

The laces never come undone during the long runs as observed by a few testers.

2
reasons not to buy

It is a pricey shoe.

There is a plastic shank placed in the forefoot that gives an uneven feeling underneath as complained by some runners.

Bottom line

The Nike LunarSpider R 6 is a flat racing shoe with a cushioning system that provides great comfort for long distance and speed runs, albeit with almost no arch support. It is a bit pricey, but the performance-enhancing features and technologies make the shoe worth the price.

Popularity

Ratings

2.9 / 5 based on 10 ratings

5 star

30%

4 star

0%

3 star

10%

2 star

10%

1 star

30%

My Rating

Updates to Nike LunarSpider R6

The 6th edition of one of Nike’s most popular middle-distance shoes in the LunarSpider R presents a couple of changes that should take its performance to another level. Most prominent of the change is the presence of bigger holes in the mesh. Runners are assured of a more breathable shoe with this update.

Nike also uses several bands to group the Flywire cables together. Experts say that this gives the latest LunarSpider R model better hold and influence in getting a more personalized and comfortable fit.

An almost insignificant overlay extends from the midfoot to the heel for added heel support. This is still quite flexible, which should not compromise the upper area’s ability to adapt to the foot.

For aesthetic value, Nike transferred the oversized Swoosh logo smack in the midfoot as opposed to the previous version where the logo sits near the ankle collar.

Nike LunarSpider R6 size and fit

The fit and sizing are reminiscent of the previous version, which is average in the heel and a little narrow in the forefoot. Many of Nike’s performance shoes are a tad narrow in this area and the LunarSpider R 6 fits that mold. Runners who love more toe room may have to go half a size up. This is a unisex shoe in men’s sizes. The available sizes are from 5 to 15.

Outsole

The main element in the outsole that offers durability is Nike’s own BRS 1000 carbon rubber. Nike has incorporated a TPU Pebax Shank in the forefoot for added protection, better toe-offs, and to add to the outsoles grip on the road. There are also forefoot nodes that add a responsive feel to the shoe.

Midsole

A co-molded Lunarlon occupies the midsole for resilient and responsive cushioning.

Upper

An upper with slightly larger holes and synthetic overlays deliver the right blend of superior breathability and lightweight support. The Flywire cables that are both connected to the laces and the sole provide different levels of comfort and support for the runner.